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Description
We are searching for a meticulous Payroll Tax Analyst to join our team in the machinery manufacturing industry, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a Payroll Tax Analyst, you will be tasked with auditing payroll, supporting tax issues, and collaborating with our Accounting team. Additionally, you will be involved in various projects, such as the implementation of Workday Payroll & Benefits. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity.
Responsibilities
• Auditing payroll for Canada, United States, and Mexico, ensuring all proper sign-offs are in place
• Regularly collaborating with the Accounting team to address and support tax-related issues
• Working closely with external auditors to provide necessary audit details
• Handling tax-related responsibilities within a payroll environment, including unemployment and effects on corporate tax
• Engaging in projects, notably the implementation of Workday Payroll & Benefits
• Using various accounting software systems, such as Workday, ADP, UKG Workforce, and UltiPro, for daily tasks
• Investigating and resolving audit and compliance issues, working hand-in-hand with IT support
• Ensuring accurate documentation, maintaining precise customer credit records, and processing customer credit applications efficiently
• Regularly monitoring customer accounts and taking appropriate action when necessary.
Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
• Experience with ADP - Financial Services
• Familiarity with BlackLine
• Competence in using CCH ProSystem Fx
• Knowledge of CCH Sales Tax
• Ability to perform Accounting Functions
• Experience in Auditing
• Understanding of Compliance requirements
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Proficiency in Documentation
• Experience in Payroll Tax Reporting
• Ability to prepare Payroll Tax Returns
• Knowledge of Payroll Taxes
• Familiarity with Local Payroll Tax regulations
• Experience in handling Payroll Tax Deposits
• Knowledge of Audit - Information Systems
• Understanding of Audit Compliance standards
• Ability to address Audit Findings effectively
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